THE BALLAD OF GREGORIO CORTEZ
Robert M. Young
USA 1983 | 99 Min. | 35 mm, OmU
USA 1983 | 99 Min. | 35 mm, OmU
The life of Gregorio Cortez, in the first years of the 20th century in Texas, which has become legend through innumerous songs and writings is recounted in a mixture of report and western. The local sheriff accuses Gregorio Cortez of horse theft due to a false translation by his deputy. In the ensuing shoot-out Cortez’s brother and the sheriff are killed. Knowing for sure that he won’t get a fair trial Cortez flees whilst 600 Texas Rangers are chasing him. He is caught after 11 days and sentenced to 50 years imprisonment.